PICKS OF THE DAY
Documentary: Louis Theroux’s Forbidden America, BBC2, 11.05pm
Investigative journalist Louis Theroux (left) continues to explore the impact of the internet and social media on some of the most controversial corners of American society. As the rise of platforms such as OnlyFans gives adult entertainment performers financial independence away from the studio model of old, Louis encounters a new generation using their online accounts to call out alleged predatory behaviour by prominent figures from the business. As a result, an industry that prides itself on pushing sexual boundaries is facing difficult questions about consent, and infamous figures like long-time performer Ron Jeremy are being challenged in court.
Music: Cilla At The BBC, BBC4, 7pm
A compilation of Cilla Black’s most memorable TV appearances from the BBC archives. The much-missed performer began her successful presenting career in 1968 on the channel, having already become one of Britain’s most popular singers. The programme includes footage of Cilla (left) featuring on Not Only…But Also, The Ken Dodd Show, Top Of The Pops and The Royal Variety Performance as well as her self-titled series, plus her 1973 duet with Marc Bolan.
Gardening: Your Garden Made Perfect, BBC2, 8pm
In the penultimate show of the series, award-winning garden designers Tom Massey and Steve Williams are faced with the challenge of creating an idyllic space for Rachael and Tom (both above), who are passionate about the great outdoors. Not only are they vegan but they have committed to transforming their first home into somewhere which reflects a truly sustainable lifestyle. Angela Scanlon presents.
Film: Deadpool 2, Film4, 9pm
Action adventure sequel based on the Marvel Comics superhero of the same name, starring Ryan Reynolds and Zazie Beetz (both above). In the wake of a personal tragedy, Deadpool, played by Reynolds, joins forces with a pair of fellow mutants. They come to the aid of an unstable pyrokinetic orphan who is being targeted by Cable, a cybernetic soldier from the future, but has Deadpool been pushed to his limits?
Music: Tina Turner – Live In Barcelona, Sky Arts, 9pm
Viewers get a taste of one of Tina Tuner’s eclectic stage performances with this showing of her 1990 concert at the Spanish city’s Olympic Stadium. Performing in front of 75,000 people, the singer (right) captivates fans with some of her best hits including What’s Love Got To Do With It, Private Dancer and River Deep Mountain High. She also performs her semiautobiographical 1973 hit Nutbush City Limits, the chart-topping Let’s Stay Together and We Don’t Need Another Hero.